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Special (outfit) shoot | Vesica

10/05/2025 | Reageer

This special shoot took place at the magical Vesica Cenote β€” a hidden gem in the jungle where water, light, and stillness come together. I felt deeply connected to myself and nature in this place. I’m wearing a beautiful bikini from Berlook, gifted to me through a lovely collaboration. I’m not posting this as a formal portfolio shoot, but more as a look, a feeling, a captured moment. [Lees meer…]

Categorie: Catwalk/shoots, Fashion, Mexico, Middle & South-America, Modelling, Outfits, Travel Tags: mexico, modelling, portfolio, shoot, tulum, tulum outfit. beach outfit, tulum shoot

Photoshoot Report | Portrait portfolio shoots

08/03/2022 | Reageer

Hi everyone! It was time for another nice portfolio post. I am now already at 2 agencies and I am going to register with the Chamber of Commerce to be able to do more as a freelancer. It has been a bit quieter in terms of shoots lately because winter is the most quiet period in terms of shoots. The bridal season will start again in spring, so I have quite a few things planned for March and April as well. The upcoming shoots are not collaborations / portfolio shoots, but assignments again. Hopefully it will all continue! [Lees meer…]

Categorie: Catwalk/shoots, Modelling Tags: business outfit, modelling, portfolio, shoot, suit outfit

Photoshoot Report | Bridal mansion shoot

07/12/2021 | Reageer

Hi everyone. I would like to share with you another portfolio/modelling post. Bridal is basically my ‘specialty’ when it comes to modeling. I feel very grateful when I have another shoot like this beautiful shoot on my schedule. The result is often even better than I already expected. They always know how to surprise me and a shoot day (with them) really feels like a party! I get a lot of energy from my modeling assignments, and that’s why I love to share it with you. Over time, some additional photos may be added to the post. [Lees meer…]

Categorie: Catwalk/shoots, Modelling Tags: bridal shoot, model, modelling, portfolio, shoot, shoot diary

Photoshoot Report | Second dress shoot by Kovna Dress

01/10/2020 | 1 Reactie

These are the results of the 2nd beautiful dress shoot with Kovna Dress. I always love shooting with Naira and Kristina! They are very sweet and a very nice team to work with. A shoot day with the Kovna team really feels like a pampering day. I think a lot of women would also feel happy when wearing such beautiful dresses. My hair and makeup were done by Nadia Rozay and Diamond Hairstyling. I am very grateful for the end result, and I am really looking forward to working with this great team more often. Do you also want to rent such beautiful dresses, style your hair or have a make-up look like this? then you can contact them on Instagram. [Lees meer…]

Categorie: Catwalk/shoots, Modelling Tags: dress, dress shoot, model, modelling, photoshoot, portfolio, shoot

Photoshoot Report | First dress shoot by Kovna Dress

01/10/2020 | 1 Reactie

Hi everyone, here’s a double post of my shoot results at Kovna dress. At Kovna dress in Den Bosch you can rent dresses yourself and rent dresses through them to others. Because I am so enthusiastic that I am a model for them, I have put my best photos from both the first and second shoot on Instagram and here on my blog. I am size EU36/38 &Β  1.74m. [Lees meer…]

Categorie: Catwalk/shoots, Modelling Tags: beauty pageant, dresses, elegant, elegant fashion, model, modelling, portfolio

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It changed my life.

Not because of the beaches, the sunsets, or the endless tacos.

Mexico taught me that life can be bigger than the version I was settling for.

It was the first place that showed me freedom doesn’t come from having everything figured out, it comes from trusting yourself enough to take the next step.

It gave me lifelong friendships, unforgettable adventures, confidence I didn’t know I had, and the courage to build a life that feels like mine.

I arrived as someone looking for a holiday.

I left with a completely different perspective on what was possible.

And honestly?

A part of me never really came back. πŸ‡²πŸ‡½βœ¨

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It changed my life. Not because of the beaches, the sunsets, or the endless tacos. Mexico taught me that life can be bigger than the version I was settling for. It was the first place that showed me freedom doesn’t come from having everything figured out, it comes from trusting yourself enough to take the next step. It gave me lifelong friendships, unforgettable adventures, confidence I didn’t know I had, and the courage to build a life that feels like mine. I arrived as someone looking for a holiday. I left with a completely different perspective on what was possible. And honestly? A part of me never really came back. πŸ‡²πŸ‡½βœ¨ #MexicoTravel #SoloTravel #TravelChangesYou #TulumMexico #WanderlustLife
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POV: You spent your 20s in beauty competitions.

People see the gowns, the crowns, the photos and the stage.

What they don’t see are the early mornings, the self-doubt, the courage it takes to keep showing up, and the growth that happens long after the spotlight fades.

My twenties taught me that beauty competitions were never really about beauty.

They were about finding my voice.
About learning confidence.
About standing on a stage when I was terrified.
About representing causes I care about.
About inspiring others to embrace who they are.

I had the honor of competing in:

✨ Miss World
✨ Miss Universe
✨ Miss Grand International
✨ Miss Cosmo
✨ Miss International (selected to represent the Netherlands internationally, later cancelled due to COVID)

The titles were never the biggest reward.

The friendships, lessons, resilience, opportunities, and the woman I became along the way will always mean more than any crown ever could.

To the younger version of me who dreamed of standing on those stages: we did it. πŸ’«

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POV: You spent your 20s in beauty competitions. People see the gowns, the crowns, the photos and the stage. What they don’t see are the early mornings, the self-doubt, the courage it takes to keep showing up, and the growth that happens long after the spotlight fades. My twenties taught me that beauty competitions were never really about beauty. They were about finding my voice. About learning confidence. About standing on a stage when I was terrified. About representing causes I care about. About inspiring others to embrace who they are. I had the honor of competing in: ✨ Miss World ✨ Miss Universe ✨ Miss Grand International ✨ Miss Cosmo ✨ Miss International (selected to represent the Netherlands internationally, later cancelled due to COVID) The titles were never the biggest reward. The friendships, lessons, resilience, opportunities, and the woman I became along the way will always mean more than any crown ever could. To the younger version of me who dreamed of standing on those stages: we did it. πŸ’« #PersonalGrowth #ConfidenceJourney #WomenWhoInspire #DreamBig #EmbraceAuthenticity
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Throwback to Marrakech 3 years ago - a special invitation πŸŒ… Never posted a lot of pictures of this destination on my feed - but swipe to see this cinematic picture diary 🎞️

#marrakech #morroco #nobu #nobumarrakech #influencertrip
Throwback to Marrakech 3 years ago - a special invitation πŸŒ… Never posted a lot of pictures of this destination on my feed - but swipe to see this cinematic picture diary 🎞️

#marrakech #morroco #nobu #nobumarrakech #influencertrip
Throwback to Marrakech 3 years ago - a special invitation πŸŒ… Never posted a lot of pictures of this destination on my feed - but swipe to see this cinematic picture diary 🎞️

#marrakech #morroco #nobu #nobumarrakech #influencertrip
Throwback to Marrakech 3 years ago - a special invitation πŸŒ… Never posted a lot of pictures of this destination on my feed - but swipe to see this cinematic picture diary 🎞️

#marrakech #morroco #nobu #nobumarrakech #influencertrip
Throwback to Marrakech 3 years ago - a special invitation πŸŒ… Never posted a lot of pictures of this destination on my feed - but swipe to see this cinematic picture diary 🎞️

#marrakech #morroco #nobu #nobumarrakech #influencertrip
Throwback to Marrakech 3 years ago - a special invitation πŸŒ… Never posted a lot of pictures of this destination on my feed - but swipe to see this cinematic picture diary 🎞️

#marrakech #morroco #nobu #nobumarrakech #influencertrip
Throwback to Marrakech 3 years ago - a special invitation πŸŒ… Never posted a lot of pictures of this destination on my feed - but swipe to see this cinematic picture diary 🎞️

#marrakech #morroco #nobu #nobumarrakech #influencertrip
Throwback to Marrakech 3 years ago - a special invitation πŸŒ… Never posted a lot of pictures of this destination on my feed - but swipe to see this cinematic picture diary 🎞️

#marrakech #morroco #nobu #nobumarrakech #influencertrip
Throwback to Marrakech 3 years ago - a special invitation πŸŒ… Never posted a lot of pictures of this destination on my feed - but swipe to see this cinematic picture diary 🎞️

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Gone (solo) travelling 😜

One day they’ll look for the version of you that was always there.

The version they took for granted.

And by then, you’ll be gone.

What’s the hardest lesson something taught you without meaning to?

Beautiful villa @villa_hunab_ku 🌴

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Gone (solo) travelling 😜 One day they’ll look for the version of you that was always there. The version they took for granted. And by then, you’ll be gone. What’s the hardest lesson something taught you without meaning to? Beautiful villa @villa_hunab_ku 🌴 #selfworth #tulum #growthmindset #feminineenergy #solotravelgirl
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One day I realized:

I wasn’t afraid of being and travelling alone.

I was afraid of losing my life while waiting for someone else.

So I booked the flight. ✈️

What’s something you’ve been waiting for?

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One day I realized: I wasn’t afraid of being and travelling alone. I was afraid of losing my life while waiting for someone else. So I booked the flight. ✈️ What’s something you’ve been waiting for? #Solotravel #travelblogger #solofemaletravel #travelsolo #selfgrowth
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Based on facts 🌴✈️ Can you relate?

"What do you like to do for fun?"

Leave the country.

New places, new people, new stories.
Every single time.

At what point does it stop being a hobby and become a personality trait? πŸ˜‚

Mini cut from last weekend in Marbella

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Based on facts 🌴✈️ Can you relate? "What do you like to do for fun?" Leave the country. New places, new people, new stories. Every single time. At what point does it stop being a hobby and become a personality trait? πŸ˜‚ Mini cut from last weekend in Marbella #travel #travelblogger #solotravel #marbella #spain
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Embracing Authenticity | Defending Truth on my Miss World (Netherlands) journey in 2021, my core values and mission

Dutch version below – Hello everyone, I would like to share my truth, vision, and story with all of you, including the beliefs I stand for. Why I’ve been blogging for 10 years, using Instagram to share my story, and why I decided to participate in beauty pageants like Miss World for my country. The truths and misconceptions about me and my participation in the pageant and standing up for my personal narrative and story. – Celebrate Your Authenticity: My Core Value, Standing up against Bullying, and Self-empowerment. “I signed a contract that does not allow me to be completely open about my experiences with ‘MWNL’. Nevertheless, I want to […]

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